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Interest in online learning programs rises in February

April 19, 2017

The report’s conclusions about why inquiries into higher education have decreased could account for the drop in total, but the question remains as to why interest regarding online college courses increased despite the downward trend. Studies regarding student outcomes in online learning have not yielded much definitive evidence as of yet that it offers improved outcomes for enrolled students in contrast to traditional programs.

With Americans increasingly considering a college education as not being necessary in developing a successful professional life, prospective students may consider online learning options as less significant investments — a means to a degree without requiring one to upend their life and schedule.

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